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CT HB05379

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/26/2014

Primary Sponsor

Program Review and Investigations Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • University of Connecticut shall study feasibility, implications, and costs of establishing tuition guarantee programs that freeze or fix tuition increases for each class over four years, covering either tuition alone or comprehensive costs including fees and room and board.

  • UConn shall report findings on the tuition guarantee programs to the joint standing committee on higher education no later than January 1, 2015.

  • University of Connecticut shall study feasibility, implications, and costs of establishing a financial aid pledge program designed to limit or eliminate student loans from aid packages for low and moderate income students.

  • UConn shall report findings on the financial aid pledge program to the joint standing committee on higher education no later than January 1, 2015.

  • Both sections take effect July 1, 2014.

Legislative Description

An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Legislative Program Review And Investigations Committee Concerning A Study Of The Establishment Of A Tuition Pledge Program And A Financial Aid Pledge Program At The University Of Connecticut.

Last Action

Tabled for the Calendar, House

4/16/2014

Committee Referrals

Higher Education and Employment Advancement4/8/2014
Program Review and Investigations2/26/2014

Full Bill Text

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